How much does a bus ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis cost?

The bus ticket price from Carbondale to St. Louis starts at $24. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to St. Louis?

The average travel time between Carbondale and St. Louis is around 2h, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 55m. This is the time it takes to travel the 82 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Carbondale and St. Louis?

The number of buses from Carbondale to St. Louis can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 3 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Carbondale to St. Louis by comparing and selecting the bus that fits you travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Carbondale to St. Louis?

When taking the bus from Carbondale to St. Louis, you can travel comfortably and safely with FlixBus, Greyhound, Amtrak.

What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

Once in St. Louis, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Anheuser-Busch Brewery, Forest Park, Old St. Louis County Courthouse, Saint Louis Zoo, Gateway Arch.

Bus Carbondale to St. Louis from $18 | Compare & Save up to 60%

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: July 24 at 4:55am
Departure city: Carbondale
Departure location: Amtrak Station
Arrival time: July 24 at 6:50am
Destination city: St. Louis
Destination location: Gateway Station
Operated by: Greyhound Lines, Inc.
Vehicle: BusDuration: 1h 55m
Departure time: July 24 at 3:30am
Departure city: Carbondale
Departure location: Carbondale (Amtrak), IL
Arrival time: July 24 at 5:30am
Destination city: St. Louis
Destination location: Gateway Station
Operated by: Amtrak
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h
Departure time: July 24 at 6:55am
Departure city: Carbondale
Departure location: Amtrak Station
Arrival time: July 24 at 9:25am
Destination city: St. Louis
Destination location: Gateway Station
Operated by: FlixBus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 2h 30m

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Compare 2 ways to go from Carbondale to St. Louis.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$24 - $65	Average Duration2h	CO₂ emissions 3kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Train	Average Price$66 - $539	Average Duration15h 51m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e1 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Carbondale to St. Louis

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach St. Louis. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3bus per day

2hAverage Duration

$24Cheapest ticket

3kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Carbondale to St. Louis: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$29

Average bus trip duration2h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure3:30am

Distance82 miles (132 km)

Latest bus departure8:05pm

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FlixBus

3.5/59,679 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

Greyhound

3.5/587,130 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness3.3

Wifi2.3

Greyhound Lines offers the most comprehensive intercity bus services in the United States. They operate a modern, environmentally friendly fleet that serves more than 2400 destinations and carries nearly 16 million passengers annually. When traveling with them, you can expect free WiFi, onboard entertainment, bathrooms, power outlets and decent legroom. One of the great perks of Greyhound is that they connect big cities and smaller towns in the US, where you usually can't get to by train or plane. If you're looking for safe and affordable transportation, Greyhound is a great choice.

Greyhound Carbondale St. Louis recent customer reviews

We were 2 hours late due to an accident. The staff at the station weren’t helpful at all. In fact, they were quite rude.

Kavya S.

October 27, 2021

Horrible employee service

Faiyaz Ahmed M.

December 18, 2021

Amtrak

4/55,322 reviews

Staff4.7

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi3.6

Based on 5322 reviews, the company was rated 4.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Amtrak ticket prices on this trip start at $48

Amtrak Carbondale St. Louis recent customer reviews

I enjoyed the professionalism of the driver. He cared for each individual personally. I slept the whole ride. I felt totally comfortable and I didn't sleep with one eye open. Overall it was a trip I am sure to tell people about. Thanks Respectablelly John Claytor

John C.

September 8, 2023

US bus companies: FlixBus, Greyhound, Tornado Bus, Los Limousines, Valley Transit, Tufesa, Wanda Coach

Carbondale to St. Louis Bus

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Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

07/21

$18

07/22

$18

Today

$18

07/24

$18

07/25

$21

07/26

$18

07/27

$21

07/28

$18

The cheapest trip from Carbondale to St. Louis was searched and found on Jul 21, 2025 with a price of $18

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Carbondale to St. Louis, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $18 to $45 for a bus ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $18 which is on 2025-07-24.

Usually Amtrak will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

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Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Carbondale to St. Louis.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Carbondale to St. Louis.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Carbondale to St. Louis.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Carbondale to St. Louis, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The Superbus, created by a Dutch engineer is the world's fastest bus with 250 km/h. Too bad it's only a prototype for now.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to St. Louis?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time2h	Avg Price$29	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time15h 51m	Avg Price$125	Daily Departures2

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Frequently asked questions for your trip Carbondale - St. Louis

How much does a bus ticket from Carbondale to St. Louis cost?

How long is the bus ride from Carbondale to St. Louis?

How many daily bus connections are there between Carbondale and St. Louis?

Which bus companies travel from Carbondale to St. Louis?

What are the best sights and things to do in St. Louis?

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About Bus Travel

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What's the cheapest way to go from Carbondale to St. Louis?

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